Cute
Vincent was focused, reading through some reports on the screen while Adrian sat beside him, working on the presentation slides for the final pitch
Kai walked in softly, holding a cup of tea and a plate of snacks
Vincent
Love, how many times I told you not to do any work?
Vincent
*chuckles on Kai's pout*
Vincent
Why're you so cute?*pinching his nose*
Vincent
Come sit here*pat on the sofa*
Kai slid onto the couch beside him and rested his head on Vincent’s shoulder
Vincent smiled warmly, one arm instinctively wrapping around Kai
Vincent
You should be resting
Kai
I just wanted to be near you
Adrian's eyes flicked up from the screen, jaw tightening
Adrian(O)
(That b@stard robber, I gave him so much money for killing Kai but he fled with my money)
Few more minutes passed, and Kai playfully nudged Vincent’s arm, pouting
Kai
You’re not even looking at me
Vincent chuckled, brushing a hand through Kai’s hair
Vincent
Give me five more minutes, love
But Adrian couldn’t hold back any longer
He said, not bothering to hide his irritation
Adrian(O)
Vincent’s working
Adrian(O)
Maybe you shouldn’t be clinging to him like that when he’s clearly busy*irritated*
Adrian(O)
Vincent is just nice that he is tolerating you
He slowly pulled away, his face falling, his lips trembling
But Kai was already standing. He gave a quick nod, swallowing his tears as he left the room
Vincent
What the hell is wrong with you?
He snapped, voice low and furious
Adrian stood too, defensive
Adrian(O)
I’m just trying to help you finish this project, something you clearly care about
Adrian(O)
You let him distract you like this and....
Vincent
He’s pregnant, Adrian
Vincent
And even if he wasn’t, he’s my partner, my family
Vincent
He comes before everything
Vincent
Before this business
Vincent
You are my friend that's why I'm tolerating this thing but not anymore
Vincent
If you say anything to Kai, then our deal is over
Adrian(O)
You’re choosing him over something we’ve been working on for months?
Vincent stepped closer, voice like steel
Vincent
I would choose Kai over this entire company if it ever came to that
Vincent
And don't force me to think that our friendship is a mistake
Adrian stood frozen, humiliated and furious
Vincent
Don’t speak to Kai like that again
Kai sat on the edge of their bed looking towards the floor, eyes red and glassy
He didn’t hear the door open, but he felt it but didn't look up
Vincent’s voice was soft, but urgent
Kai sniffled, trying to wipe away his tears quickly
Vincent said, already kneeling in front of him
His hands gently reached for Kai’s, pulling them away from his face
Kai finally did, his lips trembling
Kai
I didn’t mean to bother you
Kai
I know you were working...*tears in his eyes*
Vincent whispered, cupping his face tenderly
Vincent
You didn’t bother me
Vincent
You’re the reason I breathe
Kai’s lashes fluttered as more tears spilled
Kai
But he told me that I was clingy like I'm in the way
Vincent's jaw tightened, but his voice stayed gentle
Vincent
He was out of line, and I already told him that
Vincent
I told him you’re more important than anything, more than the project, more than my name, more than this house
Kai allowed himself to cry while leaning into his touch
Vincent
You’re carrying our baby
Vincent continued, brushing Kai’s tears away with his thumbs
Vincent
But even if you weren’t, I’d still hold you close every chance I get
Vincent
You’re allowed to need me
Vincent
And I’ll always be there
Vincent murmured, pressing a kiss to his forehead, then his cheeks, then his lips
Vincent
But I’ll never let anyone hurt you
Vincent
Not even someone I once called a friend
He stood and pulled Kai gently into his arms, sitting with him on the bed, wrapping him tightly in his warmth
Vincent
You, and this little life we’re waiting for
Vincent
Nothing comes before that
Kai curled into him, finally letting his body relax, his heartbeat steadying
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